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Salmon River ATV Loop

Scenic route from Corduroy Campground to the Carey Creek Trail to the Salmon River and returning on the French Creek Rd.

Rating: 5 out of 5 by EveryTrail members

Difficulty: Moderate

Length: 62.2 miles

Duration: Full day

Family Friendly

Overview :
This is an ATV loop because a full size vehicle can't travel the Carey Creek Trail. Automobiles can make the trip to Carey Dome... more » Lookout and have also been known to travel the French Creek Road to the Salmon River. A high clearance vehicle would be better suited though.

This whole area is very scenic and the drive along the Salmon River should be considered a long POI. There are sandy beaches, outhouses, and camping areas all along the river. Most of the developed sites are fee areas.

The elevation will range from nearly 8500' in the mountains to under 2000' along the Salmon River.

Both sides of the Salmon River are wilderness areas from the Wind River Bridge upstream to the Vinegar Creek Boat Ramp and beyond.

For camping info along the Salmon River contact:http://www.forestcamping.com/dow/northern/nezcmp.htm less «

Tips:
Depending on the seasons' snowfall, the trails are usually clear by July and open through September, sometimes a little longer. It... more » gets cold in October.

Downed timber can block roads/trails at any time. Much of this area has been burned by forest fires and some type of saw might enable you to continue the trip.

Clothing depends on the weather, but it usually freezes at night all summer. Thunder storms are possible at any time. The temperatures along the river will be a lot higher than the mountain area.

Take drinking water with you as none of the ground water in this area is safe to drink without filtering or boiling.

Wild animals, including moose, elk, deer, bear, wolves, cougars, river otters, pine marten, and others are in the area.

Be aware that wolves are very territorial and may attack any dogs with you. Moose cows with calves may attack anything. Don't push your luck with moose! This is also "Bear Country".

Read and abide by the information at the trail heads on how to interact with horses and pack stock you may encounter.

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